Smaller. Denser. Safer. Cheaper. Weight that comforts. Purpose that matters.
These steel weights designed by Gemma's Hope offer a smarter, denser solution for bereavement-weighted stuffed animals—outperforming bulky plastic and breakable glass fillers. Each weight pack of steel shot is heat-sealed in durable 4-mil food-grade polyethylene tubing for clean, safe handling & stuffing.
Choose from 1 lb, 8 oz, 2oz, or 1 oz units, perfect for precision filling and weight distribution.
If you are ordering these to include in our Snuggly Bunnies, be sure to deduct each bunny's default weights from your desired final weight: 13oz (15" bunny) or 1lb 15oz (22" bunny).
🩺LDRP/NICU units: we recommend that you order the following quantities of each size for every 10lbs of weights: 6x 1lb, 2x 8oz, 4x 2oz, 40x 1oz.
✅ Why Steel? Better Weight, Less Bulk.
Unlike poly pellets or glass beads, our steel shot is over 8x denser, giving you more weight in less space. That means:
Smaller pouches (to fill smaller spaces)
Smoother feel, better drape, and less shifting inside memory bears
🔒 Built for Peace of Mind
No dust, no leaks – Industrial heat seals and resealable outer bags
Food-grade and clean – Safe for use inside therapeutic or comfort items
Ready to use – No measuring, no mess
📊 Smart on Price, Even Smarter on Performance
Compare different materials by volume and cost per ounce:
Plastic Pellets: 4.2 oz/cup $0.23
Glass Beads: 14.0 oz/cup $0.38
Gemma’s Hope: 36.8 oz/cup $0.22 ✔️
Example Weights & Prices: Gemma was 1lb 3 oz when she was born, her weight packs would total to $4.16 (1x 1lb pack plus 3x 1oz packs). Her mom, Ally, weighed 7lb 6oz and her weight packs would total to $25.82 (7x 1lb packs plus 6x 1oz packs).
Measurements: 1lb: 9.25", 8oz: 5", 2oz: 2.25" 1oz: 1.75"
